Human remains found at Leeds recycling site

Police were called to Knowsthorpe Way yesterday morning.

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 1st Nov 2022
Last updated 1st Nov 2022

An investigation is underway after human remains were found at a waste recycling centre in Leeds.

Police say they were called to Knowsthorpe Way yesterday morning just before 10 oclock.

Officers say they are establishing what's happened.

A Police spokesperson said:

"At 9.57am today, police received a report of human remains having been found at a waste recycling firm, in Knowsthorpe Way, Leeds.

"Officers are attending the scene to assess the remains and establish the circumstances."

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